The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience

Drew welcomes Dr. Eric Westman to the podcast to discuss the science behind the keto diet. Dr. Westman reveals the politics behind the American Heart Association’s publications, how the movement to reduce fat in the American diet was not based on scientific research and how the keto diet can help people to manage their health based on what they consume.  Dr. Eric Westman received his MD from the University of Wisconsin and his Master’s degree in Clinical Research from Duke. He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications and is the Founder and Director of Duke’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic. Dr. Westman has co-authored several science-based healthy lifestyle books including, The New Atkins for a New You and Keto Clarity.  If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [05:23] Low-fat diets were not based on science, it was all politics.  [10:37] Doctors are seeing the benefits of a keto diet.  [12:16] The American Heart Association isn't a scientific organization.  [14:13] Dr. Westman breaks down the fat and protein scientific elements of a keto diet.  [25:57] 'Adapt Your Life' offers fat shots and other convenient keto foods.  [33:26] Cholesterol management is different for every person.  [41:46] Creating an army of educated doctors and coaches.  [43:31] Dr. Westman's daily food intake.    Sponsors:  Organifi - Use the code ‘Fit2fat2fit’ for 20% your entire order Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Adapt Your Life  HEAL Clinics Keto Clarity by Jimmy Moore and Eric Westman The New Atkins for a New You by Jeff Volek, Stephen Phinney, and Eric Westman Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Lynn Manning hosts this week’s podcast to share how she felt and dealt with Drew’s indiscretions. In this raw and honest podcast, Lynn describes her attempts at keeping it all together and putting on a happy face during an experience that could have broken her. But instead of drowning in her story, Lynn was able to lift her mind, body and spirit out of the darkness and into the light through the use of books and counseling.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [00:14] Why Lynn Manning is hosting this podcast. [04:04] Putting on a happy face while in the midst of heartbreak.  [08:34] When Lynn knew it was finally time to split from Drew.  [11:48] Lynn shares 10 tips that helped her heal.  [27:27] People are doing the best they can. [36:39] There is no perfect road map for healing. [38:32] Lynn shares a personal post about getting through the darkness.   Mentioned in This Episode:   Recommended Books:    Loving What Is by Byron on Katie Daring Greatly by Brené Brown The Little Soul and the Sun by Neale Donald Walsch    2 Fit at Home Love Yourself to Greater Health  @2fitathome Grounded Mind Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com   

In this very personal centennial episode, Drew shares intimate details of his religious upbringing, the guilt and shame associated with participating in things the church deemed sinful and why he and Lynn divorced. Drew is publicly sharing his life’s story as part of his personal growth journey. He hopes other men who may be struggling in silence can find solace in their quests to become better versions of themselves. Drew’s inspirational story shows that through coaching and vulnerability you can love yourself and create your own happiness.   In the next episode, Lynn shares how this story impacted her life. If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [03:50] Drew grew up in the strict, conservative Mormon church where pornography was deemed sinful.  [08:46] The unhealthy habit of guilt and shame.  [09:41] The defining moments that caused Drew to hide his struggles.  [15:11] In 2009, Lynn discovered Drew had cheated on her.  [22:15] A life coach taught Drew how to love himself and to live in his own business. [26:15] So, why did Drew cheat on a wife he truly loved? [33:03] Overcoming his addiction to pornography has made Drew more authentic.  [42:14] Be grateful for everything that happens to you.   Mentioned in This Episode:   Recommended Books: Daring Greatly & Rising Strong by Brene Brown  The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz You're a Badass by Jen Sincero The Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle  Loving What Is by Byron Katie   Clarity Coaching Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Drew welcomes the talented Anna Vocino to the podcast. Anna is a voice over talent and stand-up comedian, she is the co-host of the Fitness Confidential podcast and the author of the cookbook, Eat Happy. Anna discovered she had Celiac disease and had to abruptly change her diet. After going gluten-free, she started to gain weight. She had to ‘go against the grain’ of traditional diet advice and find a solution to work with her specific condition. Anna shares her story and her favorite recipes which are designed to help you get healthier and happier.  If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [04:27] Anna describes how she discovered she had Celiac's and how her body reacted to the change in her diet. [14:35] Eating gluten-free doesn't mean the food is healthy and you can gain weight. [18:32] How Anna deprogrammed herself from believing traditional diet advice. [23:55] The Fitness Confidential Podcast is about being a fitness trainer for 30-years.  [31:53] Anna's cookbook is a mixture of tried and true, hearty meals which lean towards a keto diet. [39:07] What common sauces contain gluten?  [47:41] Anna shares her favorite voices and acting substitution parts.    Mentioned in This Episode: Anna Vocino  Eat Happy Cookbook @AnnaVocino on Instagram Fitness Confidential Podcast Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com   

Drew welcomes The Paleo Chef, Mary Shenouda to the podcast. Mary is also the creator of famously delicious Phat Fudge. Mary was riddled with physical ailments when she was a child. It wasn’t until she took her health into her own hands and made important dietary changes, that her wellness started. Her paleo cooking was noticed by major athletes and celebrities who enlisted her to be their private chef. Mary shares her story of transitioning from a  corporate employee to becoming the self-funded, successful entrepreneur she is today.   Drew is a dedicated fitness professional but also an accomplished public speaker. If you would like to have Drew share his intimate experience with empathy at your next corporate event or outing send an email to info@fit2fat2fit.com and if you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [08:27] After spending much of her life in pain Mary realized removing certain foods from her diet alleviated her ailments. [16:54] People ask for a one-solution-fits-all diet program but it should be based on the individual. [22:42] Mary was able to get hired for positions a normal high school dropout couldn't. [31:06] Mary is surprised at how little marketing she needed to do to get clients for her business. [33:14] How Mary accidentally created Phat Fudge and a growing business. [44:41] New products on the way from Phat Fudge   Sponsors: Organifi - Use the code ‘Fit2fat2fit’ for 20% your entire order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Paleo Chef Phat Fudge The Paleo Chef on Facebook Shoe Dog by Phil Knight Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Drew welcomes Melissa Hartwig back to the podcast to talk about her new book, Food Freedom Forever. This new book goes beyond Melissa’s Whole 30 Diet and delves into the mental and emotional challenges related to making a true lifestyle change. Melissa offers up ways to overcome a food addiction such as the ‘one bite’ rule and how to change the language you use to describe your relationship with food.  Both Melissa and Drew have first-hand experience with the struggles of transforming their minds and bodies, of looking inward for happiness, and that it doesn’t matter what other people think.  Drew is a dedicated fitness professional but also an accomplished public speaker. If you would like to have Drew share his intimate experience with empathy at your next corporate event or outing send an email to info@fit2fat2fit.com and if you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [08:21] Melissa tours the US in support of her three books plus she has two more books on the way. [16:40] Food Freedom Forever addresses the mental and emotional aspects of making a true lifestyle change.  [24:00] The infamous One Bite rule allows you to taste a food and then decide if it is worth it to eat the whole thing.  [28:14] Melissa describes her experiences with over-consuming and then hating herself for it.  [30:59] Changing your language about how you engage with food is key to a true transformation.  [34:11] If your message is true for you others will understand and relate.  [38:43] Happiness comes from the inside. [48:20] Discipline equals freedom   Sponsors:  Organifi - Use the code ‘Fit2fat2fit’ for 20% your entire order Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club    Mentioned in This Episode: The Whole 30 The Whole 30 Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast with Melissa Hartwig Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com   

This week, Drew welcomes the Co-Founder of the Metabolic Effect, Dr. Jade Teta. Dr. Teta took the traditional route to medicine, first studying Biochemistry and then on to medical school. But, he found the curriculum lacking in nutrition and exercise. He knew lifestyle medicine was the best route to treating patients so he attended a university which specializes in Naturopathy.  Dr. Teta shares how he has helped over 10k clients to make their metabolism work for them, how weight loss is a biochemical and psychological experience and how to use buffer foods to keep your body from elevated stress levels.  Drew is a dedicated fitness professional but also an accomplished public speaker. If you would like to have Drew share his intimate experience with empathy at your next corporate event or outing send an email to info@fit2fat2fit.com and if you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [08:29] J Teta's found traditional medical school curriculum lacking in health and wellness information.  [16:05] The metabolism is a giant stress barometer.  [20:52] If your SHMEC in check your metabolism is in balance. [25:07] A healthy approach to a lifestyle change is to eat less, exercise less or to eat more, exercise more.  [30:58] The are 4 different cyclical metabolic seasons.   [45:27] Estrogen can slow fat loss from certain parts of the body.  [49:44] What happens to the metabolism during menopause, peri and post?  [53:37] Easy ways to deal with stressors include orgasms, naps, walking and hot baths.    Sponsors:  Organifi - Use the code ‘Fit2fat2fit’ for 20% your entire order Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club    Mentioned in This Episode: Metabolic Effect  @JadeTeta on Twitter @JTeta on Instagram  Metabolic Effect on Facebook Bastyr University Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com   

This week, Drew welcomes Organifi’s Founder and CEO, Drew Canole. Drew Canole shares the story of how he transformed his life into a healthy one and then built his business from his experience. He talks about what makes Organifi’s products stand out from other juice products and the incredible amount of research that goes into making greens taste so good. If you have a business and want to know how to keep your products at the top of the market and your employees happily engaged this episode is for you.  Check out Drew's simple, 60-day Jump Start to Keto program it includes meal plans, workouts and more. If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [06:18] Drew Canole experienced a total life transformation from drinking green juice. [12:03] Changing your identity requires a behavioral, belief and mentality shift.  [14:13] The Alpha Reset is a 5-day cleanse boosts weight loss and sets good habits.  [16:12] 11 Plant-based superfoods are inside Organifi’s Green Juice AND it tastes good.  [23:33] There is no replacement for whole food blending. [28:57] Organifi generates a healthy and fun environment as part of their corporate culture.   Sponsors:  Organifi - Use the code ‘Fit2fat2fit’ for 20% your entire order Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club    Mentioned in This Episode: Organifi @organifi on Instagram Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead Alpha Reset  The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Shinn Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill  The Kybalion by Three Initiates Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

This week, Drew chats with Ryan Lowery, the President and Co-Founder of the Applied Science and Performance Institute and co-author of the new book, The Ketogenic Bible. Ryan is rapidly becoming one of the premiere sports scientists in the nation. He and Jacob Wilson aka the Muscle Ph.D., perform clinical studies on human performance. Today’s conversation focuses on all things keto including keto and Crossfit, keto as a lifestyle, keto for muscle gain and the use of exogenous ketones for physical and cognitive boosts.    Check out Drew's simple, 60-day Jump Start to Keto program it includes meal plans, workouts and more. If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [05:51] Ryan's origin story includes an early passion for athletics which led to disseminating science and research to the masses. [08:32] When Ryan was introduced to keto there were no meal plans or guidelines.  [13:31] What applications make the ketogenic diet and lifestyle unique? [21:05] Ketones not only preserve muscle mass they reduce fat at the same time.  [26:49] Keto, keto adaptation, and Crossfit. [32:21] Studying a keto traditional, cyclical and targeted lifestyle change.  [38:00] Ryan describes exogenous ketones and endogenous ketones and their uses.  [46:49] Protein intake on a ketogenic diet should be based on the individual.    Sponsors:  Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club    Mentioned in This Episode: Applied Science and Performance Institute  The Ketogenic Bible by Ryan Lowery and Jacob Wilson Ketogains  Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com   

On this week’s episode, Drew welcomes Dr. Gains, Chief Medical Officer of HealthGains to describe how Acoustic Wave technology works, what it can do for the body and how it can be used synergistically with other treatments as part of an overall wellness plan.  Drew shares the details of his trip to Miami to experience the GainsWave Therapy aka Acoustic Wave or Shock Wave Therapy for himself. He experienced positive results from the treatment and he shares all the details.  Check out Drew's 60-day Jump Start to Keto program it includes meal plans, workouts and more. If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways: [07:12] Dr. Gains intended to attend veterinary school but then changed his focus toward humans.  [13:25] Acoustic (Shock) Wave Therapy does work for erectile dysfunction.  [16:30] What is an 'o' shot and a 'p' shot?  [21:08] How does Acoustic Wave Therapy work? [26:49] Big Pharma makes $5 Billion annually on Viagra and Cialis and they are not curing the issue. [31:21] Drew's personal testimonial of the procedure. [40:04] How to find out more about GainsWave Therapy.  [47:01] Bio-identical hormones versus synthetic injections.  [48:25] Drew noticed a positive, noticeable difference.    Sponsors:  Four Sigmatic - 10% off your order with this link  Dollar Workout Club    Mentioned in This Episode: HealthGains GAINSwave  Ben Greenfield Podcast Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program  Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook  Fit2Fat2Fit Book  Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com